Nurse (Clinical/Emergency Department)

Job Duties Provide orientation and on the job training to newly assigned personnel, ensuring they were equipped with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to perform duties safely and effectively. Provide clear instructions and education to patients, significant others, and family members/caregivers regarding the inpatient care plan, post treatment home care needs. Consult and coordinate with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans. Operate technical equipment, (e.g. cardiac monitors, ventilators, various intravenous infusion pumps, and defibrillators). Monitor patient's condition; recognize, identify, and interpret serious situations. Assess incoming patients and prioritize patient care based on need, available staffing, and patient acuity. Serve as a clinical nurse performing a variety of professional nursing and health services to patients of all ages who present for treatment of illness or injuries.